LindseyM

Originally Posted by NJ2012 

 

thanks!

not the servers at the reception?

You know, he may have tipped them too but I am honestly not sure.  I would think he did though.  If so, it was probably $20 each.  There were 2 or 3 servers.

Originally Posted by NJ2012 

 

Leaving aug 4

Wedding aug 7

Kinda nervous

Quick question for recent brides

What and who did I tip? I want to make sure I have it all ready to go

My dad did a lot of tipping... I believe...

- 4 serves for rehearsal dinner $20 each

- Jorge [banquet manager who took over for Lorena] $50

- DJ $50

- Photographer $100

- Videographer $100

- Lorena $100

Originally Posted by AshMarie 

 

Hi everyone, quick question for past brides.  How was the weather when you were there?? We're leaving next Saturday and our wedding is next Tuesday.  When I check the long-range forecast, it says scattered thunderstorms most days and showers one day.  Just wanted to see how the weather was for everyone.  I'm hoping for a nice sunny day

Hi Ash!!  We just got home on Tuesday from our wedding last Friday.  It said rain in the forecast every single day and it didn't rain for long periods of time, ONCE.  It rained two times in the morning which were for about 10 minutes of drizzle sun showers.  It actually did that on our wedding day and then everything was gorgeous!  Don't worry at all!!!

We're home!!!  BEST WEEK OF MY LIFE!!!

Will probably get a review posted by the end of the week.    No photos from Anel yet, but they shouldn't take too long!

There are 100s on my facebook because my friends are amazing.  I have my privacy settings way up because I am a teacher but if you'd like me to friend you, send me a PM and I will so that you can see some pics.  

Just wanted to tell you all I am sitting in the PRESIDENTIAL SUITE right now and we are having an amazing time.  The wedding was everything I have dreamed of and SO MUCH MORE!!!!

Will post a full review sometime this week when I get home.

Also, Anel is amazing!!!!  If you're working with her, you will NOT be disappointed!

Hi all!!!

Today was our first day here.  Customs was a BREEZE!!!  We had 12 bags total, counting out clothes and wedding things, between my parents, brother, his gf, my fiance and I.  The only one who got stopped was my brother's gf.  She showed them her clothes, that's it.  She got the red light that's why. 

They asked why we had so much stuff.  We told them for our wedding, offered to show invoices, they said it was okay and we were DONE!!!

Dreams has been awesome so far.  They upgraded our room from the honeymoon suite to the master suite without us even asking.  We are so close to the North Beach where we'll get married on Friday and today we watched a wedding there from our balcony.  Tomorrow morning we meet with Lorena!

It has only been 1 day and we've NEVER been happier we chose DREAMS!!!!

One more full day before we leave!!!  Tomorrow my family is coming to stay with us.  I am getting my mani/pedi and have a family sleepover!  Then we leave at 3:45 in the morning on Tuesday!!!!  Everything is packed and ready except my make up and I cannot freaking wait!!!!

I will say, last night, after doing some customs research, fiance and I took apart all of our packed wedding supply luggage.  We photocopied invoices and divided up each suit case to make sure it's not more than $300 worth of supply.  We highlighted the things in each suitcase and the cost.  We also created itemized lists.  I read some horror stories so we wanted each suitcase to be black and white, clear as day.  I'm not sure if we needed to go through all of that trouble but I will take pics for anyone who wants to see it when we get to the hotel.

We're bringing our lap top because we need to communicate with some business back home.  Probably will not be near the computer tomorrow. I will try and update from the resort!  Talk to you ladies when we get back!!!

PS - two of our guests arrived today because they extended their stay.  The said it's AMAZING!!!

Thanks girls!!!  All the decorations are packed for the most part.  We will pack our clothes tomorrow when all of the laundry is done.  I am very nervous about customs and our extra suit cases.  We're bringing a whole bunch of toiletries in our "hang over kits", towels, sunglasses, and then the bags themselves.  I have invoices for all of these things but I am still afraid they will take them.  I am worried about declaring more than $300.  If I do, will the invoice save me from taxes?  I am preparing myself to have customs be awful.  Cross your fingers for me!

In other news, Kevin and I got married at the courthouse yesterday.  It is thrilling to get married no matter where you do it!  We can't believe we're married!!  But we didn't exchange rings or anything yet.  Saving that for Mexico.  

I leave in 3 days.  Holy crap.  

Originally Posted by RollerBride 

 

 You must be freaking out

 

What time are you doing your ceremony, cocktail hour and reception?

OMG I read your message & FORGOT to reply!  I am sorry.  I am going nuts.  I still have over 30 things on the to-do list because apparently I am not as organized as I'd like to be!!!

Ceremony is 6:00 PM - I did this in hopes it would be cooler.  I expect it to go until 6:25 or so.  Then champagne toast at the end for all the guests.

Cocktail Hour is 7-8 PM at the North Jacuzzi.  Seeing this in person solidified the location for me.  

Reception is 8-11 PM at the Seaside Grill!  

Anel is taking photos all day - but not sure what time that starts.  My videographer is coming in at 4:30 and staying until 9:30!  

All three of those slideshows just made me SO EXCITED!!!  I cannot believe I will be there in 6 days!!!!!!!!!  <3  Beautiful, girls!!!

Originally Posted by JQLong 

 

O.K....

 

I am still letting my wonderful experience sink in and I want to give a thorough review...so for now....

We have our slideshow!!!

 

http://040712long.dreamsriveriacancun.adventurephotos.com.mx/

 

 

The entire experience was truly So Amazing!

I cannot say enough how wonderful this place is.  We feel so blessed to have had our family and friends join us.

I hope you enjoy.....

 

JQ

You are the BEST!!!  You looked stunning.  I cannot wait to leave!!!  6 days from today.  I think it's insane how fast time went.  Congratulations!!!!

I leave in 1 week!!!!

Today and tomorrow involve a lot of last minute things.  If I have time I will post our itineraries, welcome letters, day of timeline, etc.  I will try my best!  If not, I will when we get back!

I have a white satin robe to wear getting ready.  My mom also got me a zip up and shorts that say The Future Mrs. McMahon.  The girls and mom's all have tank tops.  

Also, for the day after catamaran trip I got a tank top from VS that says Tied The Knot!

I can't believe how fast it goes!!  I am extremely excited if you couldn't already tell!!!!

One of the past brides said they only check certain people when they go through customs because they press a button and are randomly chosen. I have been there before and do not foresee any problems going through customs with extra suitcases. This sounds like paranoia to me. Obviously be prepared but don't stress.

Originally Posted by CSandraMichelle 

 

Hello Ladies!

 

We have booked DRC for our wedding, June 28th NEXT YEAR! This blog has been incredibly helpful already! I am sure I will be bugging you all for help as the process seems a bit more overwhelming then I had thought it would be! Very Excited ! Happy Planning

 

Sandra

South Jersey Bride

Hi Sandra!  Where in SJ?  Congrats!!  We live in Sicklerville and get married there 2 weeks from today!

I am starting to pack and have found this list to be super helpful!  I wanted to share!

http://images.theknot.com/travelromance/pdf/packlist.pdf

Originally Posted by JQLong 

 

Hi everyone!!!! I got married yesterday and it was WONDERFUL!!!

Our day was perfect.  We are here until Sunday...I will be sure to post a Full review when we return.

 

Ladies and Gents......this place is truly amazing......

 

Good Luck to all the upcoming brides!!!

 

JQ LONG!!!

Yay, congrats my fellow South Jersian!!!  I cannot wait to see your pics and read your review!    We leave in 12 days!

Originally Posted by tigerlily2435 

 

 

You are 5 days after me! We leave in a week! I am so excited to get there!! CongratulatIons!

Congrats to you too!!!  We leave in 12 days.  I am so excited too!!  When do you leave?  Maybe we'll run into each other!

Originally Posted by mnunez2 

 

 

Same here I have sent her a few emails and nothing!

My email is [email protected]

Thanks In advance for the information! I really can't believe how close we are soo exciting!!

I know!!!  I am so excited!  I like, want to pack now!  But I know I shouldn't because I still have 12 days til we leave and that would just be silly.  hahaa

For anyone who has not yet seen them, I have youtube videos of our tour from last June.  Our wedding is 2 weeks away and we cannot wait!!

www.youtube.com/belcantoragazza

The videos go in chronological order.

Originally Posted by mnunez2 

 

 

I am right behind you!! Im getting nervous I have not talk to Lorena and I feel like I'm forgetting to do stuff?

Do you have any kind of check list agenda that you are using to stay organize you could share with me?

I thought there was a sheet the resort had you fill about regarding all the decisions but I could not find it?

Lorena has not gotten in touch with me AT ALL!!  What is your email?  I will send you what I have been using.    I will also send you my resort survey.  I have been communicating with the wedding manager Evangelina instead of Lorena since she fails to reply to my emails!

Originally Posted by NJ2012 

 

how is everyone paying for their wedding?

cash? credit card? travelers checks?

Credit card & then paying it off with cash.  

So ladies leaving soon!  I just saw on the Dreams facebook page that there is an app for iphone and android called Dreams Digital Network!  You can call and text your guests if they have the app, using wi-fi.  That way you don't run up your cell phone bill.  Pretty neat!

Originally Posted by Katie Beth 

 

Does anyone know if the front desk will give me the room numbers to everyone in my party? I wanna be able to find people. Leaving on tues for my wedding on Friday. Still not having great feedback from Lorena.

I am not sure but try emailing Eva instead.  Her email address was posted just a few pages back.  She's been very receptive to me!

Originally Posted by Jess02162013 

 

Hi there! I get married Feb 16th!

 

I am doing the ceremony at the white gazebo and the reception in the ballroom. I can't wait! I'm still drying to nail down my colors....I wanted something with plum, but now I'm not so sure. Yikes but fun!

I think you are thinking of Dreams Cancun.  There is no white gazebo at Dreams Riviera Cancun.  They are different resorts.